Five Questions with Matt Hires

At 23 years old, pop/folk-rock artist Matt Hires already has had his songs played on shows like Grey's Anatomy and Private Practice. With a sweet personality and an unforgettable voice, he's making his mark in the music biz. Read on to find out who is on his iPod, what he does when he isn't touring, and more!

CosmoGirl: What's the story behind your song "Honey, Let Me Sing You a Song"?

Matt Hires: There was a girl that I was into, and still am into. We were friends for a while before we started dating and this song is about how one day I saw her as more than a friend. This is the first song I wrote for her.

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CG: What's the coolest part about headlining a tour?

MH: Being able to play with a band! Up until this point I've just been opening up for folks acoustic, just me and my guitar. That was great because it is a lot easier to load gear, but it's a lot of fun playing with a band.

CG: Any crazy or memorable fan stories?

MH: Before I released my record I released an EP called Live from the Hotel Café with a demo of "Honey, Let Me Sing You a Song." The lyrics were a little different than the current one. This girl at the show tattooed some of my lyrics on herself that we ended up changing! I guess that proves she's a real fan!

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CG: What do you like to do when you're not touring?

MH: I like to hang out with my friends, go to the beach in Tampa, hang out with my dog (he's a labradoodle), play Wii, read...I've been trying to go back and read a bunch of the classics. I just finished David Copperfield which was really good! I try to read on tour but it's difficult!

CG: Who is on your iPod right now?

MH: I love Bob Dylan and Tom Petty. Tom has been 75 percent of what I've listened to this past year. I've got into Elliot Smith a lot lately, and I also love Bon Iver and Arcade Fire.

Keep an eye out for Matt's upcoming tour with NeedToBreathe! In the meantime, be sure to grab Matt's CD Take Us To The Starthere!